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If you’re planning a trip to New York City, it’s safe to say you’re probably pretty excited about all the amazing things to see and do around town. There are a ton of great tourist destinations and attractions to check out, amazing restaurants to dine at, and beautiful parks to visit. And that’s not all! Whether it’s your first time to the city or you’ve visited many times before, the list of things to do really is endless. There’s just so much to take in that it can even feel a little overwhelming trying to fit everything in during your stay. To help make your trip a little easier and to ensure you have a great time in New York City, we’re sharing a few things you should do within your first 24 hours of visiting NYC. You’ll want to put these onto your travel itinerary!

1. Decide which destinations you want to visit.
When you think about your trip to New York City, you probably imagine taking in a Broadway show, strolling through Central Park, wandering the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art, as well as a long list of other things. Because there’s just so much to do and see while you’re in the city, it’s a smart idea to decide which destinations you want to visit during your stay. Ideally, you’d want to make this plan before you arrive, but if you’ve procrastinated, it’s a must-do during your first 24 hours here.

By having a plan, you can create a travel itinerary of sorts so you can be sure to fit in all the things that are on your list. It also gives you an opportunity to make any necessary reservations or look for discounted rates on tours and attractions in advance. (Why not save a little cash where you can?) With your entire trip planned out, you can create a schedule to optimize the time you have during your stay. And if you can’t fit it all in, don’t worry! It’s just an opportunity to plan another trip back to the city, right?

2. Find a place to store your luggage.
You don’t want to be that annoying tourist who walks the city streets with his suitcase trailing behind, do you? Not only is this a hassle for the traveler who has to lug all those bags around, but it’s inconvenient for the city residents who have to dodge you and your luggage load at every corner.

This problem is more common than you think, as many travelers arrive to the city hours before the check-in time at their hotel or AirBnB. It leaves them in a bit of a predicament, as they have to decide what to do with their bags. Many of them are forced to carry their bags from store to store, killing time before their check-in. It makes getting around the city very difficult and there’s always the concern that a bag could be stolen or misplaced.

If you arrive to the city and you find yourself in a situation where you need to stash your bags, don’t settle for carrying everything around. Look for a luggage storage nearby that will allow you to leave your things for the day. City CoPilot offers top of the line luggage storage. They have three stores that are conveniently located throughout New York to provide luggage storage for travelers. You can find our stores in the Lower East Side, Times Square, and Brooklyn.

For a low fee, you can drop off your luggage and come back to collect it at the end of the day. It’s the safest and most secure way to store your luggage so you won’t have to worry about anything happening to your belongings.

3. Get something delicious to eat.
After hours of traveling, it’s important to refuel your body and give it the proper nourishment in order for it to function properly. If you want to have the energy to explore the city, you need to have a good meal and drink plenty of water to hydrate. Find a great restaurant nearby and grab a bite to eat. Your body and mind will thank you!

Also, if you’re planning to spend the day out and about, it’s a good idea to carry a bottle of water and a healthy snack or two. This ensures you have something nutritious to reach for if you get a little hungry while exploring the city. And it’ll prevent you from loading up on unhealthy snacks from street vendors or other food stops.

4. Settle in at your hotel or AirBnB.
Once it’s time to check-in to your hotel or AirBnB, it’s a good idea to get yourself settled. You can pick up your bags from the luggage storage or have them delivered to the place you’re staying. One you have all your things, take the time to unpack your luggage. Hang up your clothes and unpack any toiletries you’ll be needed. You’ll feel more at home with everything unpacked and easily accessible.

Then, talk to the hotel staff to find out about the popular destinations nearby. The locals always have the scoop on the hottest places to go. You just might discover something new to add to your list of must-see destinations.

5. Take a walk to explore the city.
One of the greatest things about New York City is that there are so many destinations you can get to by foot. So, it’s a good idea to work in a little spontaneous time. One of the best ways to truly take in the sights of New York City is to just get out there and see it firsthand. Walk around near your hotel and check out the shops, restaurants, and everything nearby. You’ll really get a feel for the vibe of the city this way and you just might uncover a hidden gem in New York!

1) Plaza El Segundo

The Plaza El Segundo is just a short drive from our hotel. Takes about 5 minutes to get there. The Plaza is filled with many of the top stores in the country. You can find Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Jos A Bank, Banana Republic and many many more. There is also a Starbucks at the Plaza as well as a Whole Foods. Pretty much anything you could need can be found here.

2) Walgreens

If you are needing to grab some quick snacks, maybe toothpaste or some other small things you may have forgot than the Walgreens is also close by. They are open 24 hours which is great. Of course you can find things like Advil, bandages etc there as well.

3) The Point

850 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
El Segundo, California 90245
(310) 414-5280

If you are looking for a more unique shopping experience than The Point is the place to go. You can find a l ot specialty stores and unique restaurants. Two very popular places to eat are there (Mendocino Farms and Superba Food + Bread). They also have some mainstream shops like Athleta as well as some local boutiques like No Rest for Bridget. The courtyards are a great place to sit and relax and soak up some rays as well.

Here is a great video that shows all the great aspects of The Point Shopping Center.

4) Costco Shopping Center

12530 Prairie Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Phone Number: (310) 220-8826

5) Hawthorne Plaza Shopping Center

12730 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, CA 90250-3919

The Hawthorne Plaza Shopping Center has been pretty much vacant for many years. However in February of 2016 the city passed plans to revamp the mall and make it a modern center with state of the art movie theatre, shops, courtyards, restaurants and more. Once the mall is back up and running it will be a great place to grab a bite to eat or any shopping needs you have.